Lincoln Electric POWER ARC 5000 Operator's Manual page 44

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PROBLEMS
(SYMPTOMS)
F. Engine will not start.
If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your
Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual
POSSIBLE AREAS OF
MISADJUSTMENTS(S)
PROBLEMS
1. Spark plug boot or wire off, loose or
wet.
2. Low oil and engine protection system
will not allow engine to start. (Oil light
may flash when attemting to start
engine).
3. Fuel shutoff valve is closed.
4. Choke left in lowest, downward posi-
tion and carburetor flooded.
5. Fuel line clogged or closed.
6. Recoil start will not engage with
engine.
7. Fouled spark plug.
8. Engine requires service to head,
head gasket, and/or valves.
9. Float open in carburetor & gas leak-
ing from bowl.
10. Engine is siezed and recoil start will
not move.
POWER ARC 5000
1. Dry and Place boot firmly onto spark
2. Check and fill oil to proper level.
3. Open valve by turning counterclock-
4. Allow unit to set for several minutes.
5. Check line and/or replace filter. DO
6. Gently hit the blower housing and/or
7. Replace spark plug. Maintain proper
8. Take the machine to an authorized
9. Close fuel shutoff valve. Gently tap
10. Replace Engine.
CAUTION
RECOMMENDED
COURSE OF ACTION
plug.
wise.
Follow "Starting/ Shutdown
Instructions" section when starting
the engine.
NOT RUN ENGINE WITHOUT AN
IN-LINE FUEL FILTER, if using an
alternate fuel tank or supply.
pull the rope to its fully extended
position and rapidly wiggle. Repeat
until clutch engages with shaft and
resistance is felt.
spark gap.
Briggs & Stratton Service Dealer.
on carburetor bowl until float seats.
If gas still leaks, repair carburetor per
B&S specifications.
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